Leny Mendoza Strobel

About the Author

Leny Mendoza Strobel is a pioneering scholar and writer whose work explores the intricate intersections of identity, culture, and heritage in the Filipino American experience. Born in the Philippines and later immigrating to the United States, Strobel's academic journey led her to delve deeply into postcolonial theory, psychology, and ethnic studies, earning her a PhD in Clinical Psychology from the Wright Institute in Berkeley. As a professor emerita at the University of San Francisco, she has dedicated her career to fostering decolonization processes among post-1965 Filipino Americans, emphasizing personal narratives and collective healing. Her influential book, Coming Full Circle: The Process of Decolonization Among Post-1965 Filipino Americans, remains a cornerstone text for understanding the psychological and cultural reclamation of diaspora communities. Through her writing and teaching, Strobel inspires readers to confront colonial legacies and embrace multifaceted identities in a globalized world.